Focus on Sports Medicine
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Today's athletes are able to become stronger and faster than ever before, and people are staying active and exercising until later in life. The latest strides in sports medicine are helping people stay healthy, active and strong. Experts in the field of sports medicine discuss the latest advances in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of sports and exercise-related injuries. Tune in to find out what you need to know to help your patients stay active.
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United States
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Today's athletes are able to become stronger and faster than ever before, and people are staying active and exercising until later in life. The latest strides in sports medicine are helping people stay healthy, active and strong. Experts in the field of sports medicine discuss the latest advances in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of sports and exercise-related injuries. Tune in to find out what you need to know to help your patients stay active.
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English
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Episodes
One Foundation's Approach to Preventing Sudden Cardiac Death in Young Athletes
1/7/2022
Host: Alan S. Brown, MD, FACC, FAHA, FNLA
Guest: Joseph Marek, MD
Sudden cardiac death is rare in younger patients, but it remains one of the leading causes of death in young athletes. To learn more about this, Dr. Alan Brown is joined by Dr. Joseph Marek, Clinical Cardiologist and Senior Medical Director of Cardiopulmonary Service at Advocate Medical Group, to share how his foundation, Young Hearts 4 Life, is working to increase awareness for sudden cardiac arrest and provide young...
Duration:00:11:59
Overcoming Obstacles in Treating Nonunion Fractures
4/13/2019
Host: Matt Birnholz, MD
Guest: Michael McKee, MD, FRCS(C)
Diagnosing and treating nonunion fractures comes with its set of challenges. Fortunately, Dr. Michael McKee is here to share his expertise and recommendations for success to benefit your patients with nonunion fractures.
Duration:00:17:59
Osteoarthritis: Not Just a Wear-and-Tear Problem
4/12/2019
Host: Matt Birnholz, MD
Guest: Michael R Redler, MD
Guest: Ryan Riggs, MD
Osteoarthritis is a progressive joint disease that affects millions worldwide, and with incidence rates continuing to climb due to a longer-living population and an increase in obesity, staying up to date on the latest treatment approaches is essential. Join Drs. Michael Redler and Ryan Riggs as they discuss the current treatment landscape for osteoarthritis and what's on the horizon for this growing problem.
Duration:00:16:30
The New World of Total Knee Replacements
9/24/2018
Host: Prathima Setty, MD
Dr. Prathima Setty traveled to the Physician Advisor and Medical Director Summit in Orlando, Florida, where she caught up with Dr. Simon Ahtaridis. As the National Clinical Advisor and the Chief Medical Officer of Advisory Services of Sound Physicians, Dr. Ahtaridis describes the implications of the change regarding total knee replacements and how providers and patients alike will be impacted.
Duration:00:11:29
How Regular Exercise Can Help Reverse Cardiac Aging
2/21/2018
Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP
Guest: Benjamin Levine, MD, FACC
Poor fitness in middle age is a strong predictor of a person’s future risk of heart failure. Prolonged exercise training, including a regular routine of high-intensity and moderate-intensity workouts, can forestall the effects of sedentary aging by preventing increased left ventricular stiffness. Dr. Benjamin Levine joins host Dr. Brian McDonough to talk about how regular exercise training may provide protection against...
Duration:00:14:59
Dr. Bennett Omalu on the Dangers of Concussions and CTE
1/19/2018
Host: Shira Johnson, MD
Guest: Bennett Omalu, MD
Many studies have demonstrated long-lasting and even permanent brain damage that can originate from just one concussion. With athletes suffering multiple repeated head traumas due to high-contact sports, the controversies over player safety and long-term health risks remain hot-button issues. Pathologist Dr. Bennett Omalu coined the term "CTE" and published the first evidence for chronic traumatic encephalopathy after autopsying American...
Duration:00:20:00
The Autopsy that Changed American Sports: Dr. Bennett Omalu and the Story of CTE
1/19/2018
Host: Shira Johnson, MD
Guest: Bennett Omalu, MD
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a degenerative brain disease found in athletes, military veterans, and others who experience repetitive brain trauma. Pathologist Dr. Bennett Omalu coined the term "CTE" and published the first evidence for this condition after autopsying American football players. Host Dr. Shira Johnson welcomes Dr. Omalu to share the story of his discovery and the medical, athletic, and public responses that...
Duration:00:20:00
Keeping the "Fit" in Fitness: How to Avoid Exercise Pitfalls
1/15/2018
Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP
Exercise can improve your health and reduce the risk of developing several diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. Host Dr. Brian McDonough chats with veteran personal trainer and exercise therapy specialist Bobby Whisnand about ways to to keep your workout "working out" and how to avoid exercise pitfalls.
Duration:00:15:00
Treating the Female Athlete: Sports Medicine Updates for Women, by Women
7/9/2017
Host: Jennifer Caudle, DO
Guest: Ellen Casey, MD, CAQSM, FACSM
Female athletes are at an increased risk for certain specific sports-related injuries, a fact that led to the creation of the Penn Center for the Female Athlete. Due to the major differences between male and female athletes, the Center provides a place where female athletes have a place to understand their bodies and receive more personalized care. Dr. Ellen Casey is the Co-Director of the Center, and she is joined by host...
Duration:00:17:59
Managing IBD as an Athlete: An NBA Pro's Perspective
7/7/2017
Host: Rebecca Kaplan
Dealing with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) on its own is difficult, but managing it with a professional athletic schedule is another task altogether. Dajuan Wagner, a former NBA player, was diagnosed with IBD early in his career. In this episode, he will discuss how he learned to manage his disease, and his advice for physicians treating IBD patients who are also athletes. He is joined by Rebecca Kaplan of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.
Duration:00:02:29
Exertional Heat Stroke (EHS): Common and Unusual Case Presentations
7/6/2017
Host: John J. Russell, MD
Guest: James Glazer, MD, FACSM
Guest: Louis Guzzi, MD, FCCM
Exertional heat stroke, or EHS, is a sudden and unpredictable condition, commonly affecting young, active, and healthy individuals. But this common patient population doesn’t tell the whole story of EHS and who is at high risk, making the need to understand both typical and atypical case presentations a crucial matter. Joining Dr. John Russell in this panel discussion are doctors Lou Guzzi and James...
Duration:00:14:59
Exertional Heat Stroke (EHS): Emergency Medical Treatment Goals
6/23/2017
Host: Shira Johnson, MD
Guest: William D. Hampton, DO, FACOEP
Once a physician understands the underlying causes of exertional heat stroke (EHS), understanding treatment is the next step. Delayed treatment for exertional heat stroke can result in brain damage, organ failure, or even death. In this program, the focus will be on EHS in the emergency medical setting. Host Dr. Shira Johnson welcomes Dr. Bill Hampton, Clinical Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and Osteopathic...
Duration:00:13:59
Exertional Heat Stroke (EHS): Neurological Characteristics & Pathophysiology
6/23/2017
Host: Andrew Wilner, MD, Author of "The Locum Life: A Physician's Guide to Locum Tenens"
Guest: Julian E. Bailes, MD
Exertional heat stroke is caused by physical activity, such as exercising or working outside, in hot and humid environments. Left untreated, EHS leads to significant neurological dysfunction and high mortality rates. Dr. Andrew Wilner welcomes Dr. Julian Bailes, Director of the Department of Neurosurgery and Co-Director of the NorthShore University Health System Neurological...
Duration:00:08:59
Head's Up! Why Wearing Bike Helmets Can't Be Overlooked
5/29/2017
Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP
Guest: Howard Spiva
Wearing a helmet is an overlooked but critical safety precaution, particularly among children. Attorney Howard Spiva knows the lifelong struggle of individuals recovering from traumatic brain injuries, having devoting much of his career to providing helmet safety education for children. Joined by host Brian McDonough, Mr. Spiva discusses important details about helmet safety, the current status of helmet laws, and continuing efforts...
Duration:00:14:30
Tackling Concussions in Youth Football: Are Children Safe?
1/17/2017
Host: David Weisman, MD
Dr. David Weisman explores a study from Wake Forest School of Medicine that examined the effects of concussions for youth football participants.
Duration:00:05:29
Optimal Nutrition Planning for Marathon Runners
6/27/2016
Host: Kathy King, RDN
Traditionally, marathon runners eat a high carbohydrate meal before a race to maximize the storage of glycogen in their muscles. But is this the best method to ensure race endurance? Host Kathy King chats with sport nutritionist Nancy Clark about the best nutrition and diet strategies for training and running a marathon.
Duration:00:15:29
Nutrition Goals for High Performance Athletes
6/20/2016
Host: Kathy King, RDN
What role does nutrition play in the success of high performance athletes? Host Kathy King speaks with Lilah Al-Masri, registered dietitian and specialist in sports dietetics. Ms. Al-Masri is the former sports dietitian for the United States Naval Academy, and she has co-authored the book 100 Questions and Answers about Sports Nutrition and Exercise. The two discuss nutritional considerations in various athletic contexts, from sport types to environmental changes to...
Duration:00:17:59
Muhammed Ali's Death Prompts Questions Linking CTE and Parkinson's Disease
6/6/2016
Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP
Muhammed Ali died on June 3rd, 2016. The cause of death was respiratory complications from septic shock, but his 30-year battle with Parkinson's disease played a major role in his declining health. Did a storied career in boxing contribute to and/or cause the development of this disease? Dr. Brian McDonough previews the current clinical understandings and medical literature connecting chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) with the development of...
Duration:00:00:59
Rates of Obesity and Diabetes Lower in More Walkable Neighborhoods
5/30/2016
[Read the Article] Despite targeted efforts to reduce obesity through diet and exercise, these rates continue to rise. A new study from Ontario, Canada found that obesity and diabetes rates were lower in more walkable neighborhoods compared to less walkable neighborhoods, where they saw an increase in these rates.Researchers from St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto studied almost 9,000 neighborhoods in Southern Ontario looking at walkability scores, along with government health data and survey...
Duration:00:01:00
Identifying Children at Risk for Persistent Symptoms after Concussion
3/9/2016
[Read the Article] Approximately one-third of children who experience a concussion will experience persistent post-concussion symptoms. Researchers have developed a new clinical scoring system that may help predict which patients are at a higher risk for prolonged symptoms.Canadian researchers evaluated more than 3,000 patients, ages 5 to 18, who presented within 48 hours of an acute head injury. About thirty percent ended up with persistent post-concussion symptoms at 28 days. Researchers...
Duration:00:00:59